About The Goodkind Co
Founded in 2010 and based in the Austin area, Goodkind is a leading manufacturer of clean and green personal care and beauty products. Goodkind specializes in natural deodorant, skincare, and facial care products. The company has a wealth of experience in the formulation of these products and can develop according to a variety of guidelines from consumer organizations such as Ecocert to EWG, to retailers such as Credo or Sephora.
Goodkind is a certified B Corporation. As such, we balance purpose and profit, considering the impact of decisions across associates, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment. Goodkind believes by following this central multi-stakeholder approach, we are creating optimal value for each stakeholder while leaving the world a better place.
About the role
Reporting to the Receiving Supervisor, the Materials Handler plays an important role in Goodkind’s production cycle. They are responsible for the organization and distribution of raw materials and componentry in accordance with established process and procedures, maintaining accurate inventory levels and records, and supporting other manufacturing activities as needed.
What you'll do
- Pull materials for daily production activity and distribute to the appropriate recipient
- Organize and maintain storage areas in warehouse
- Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain cleanliness and safety in the warehouse
- Check out components and materials to Production Team based on requests/schedule.
- Responsible for working with other Materials Handlers on pallet rack placement and cataloging material/components back into inventory.
- Inspect the levels of components/labels, and raw materials to identify shortages
- Perform and report cycle counts to Inventory Specialist as needed
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, scales and other equipment as needed
- Comply with all warehouse safety rules and guidelines
- Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met
- Follow process closely to be sure that all information pertinent to inventory control is accurately recorded
- Assist with all warehouse tasks at both warehouse locations
- Transport materials between warehouse locations in company’s box truck
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Warehouse/Inventory experience highly preferred
- License or certification to operate heavy machinery as needed
- Highly organized and able to store items efficiently
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Suite applications
- Must be able to work well in a team
- Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in english
- Able to work independently with little guidance
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend and to lift heavy materials
- Ability to operate computers and relevant warehouse management computer software, such as MRP/ERP programs
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends
- Ability to closely follow process and procedures to ensure accuracy and standards are met